Times of India

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha expressed confidence after their T20 World Cup win, stating the team's unique identity is their strength. He highlighted the improved middle-order batting and faith in their bowling attack to defend targets, even modest ones. Agha also noted the batting order's flexibility and the need for improvement in powerplay bowling.

BHEL shares dipped as the government launched an Offer for Sale, aiming to divest up to 5% stake and raise approximately Rs 4,422 crore. The floor price is set at Rs 254 per share. This move follows BHEL's impressive Q3 results, which saw a 206% surge in net profit, driven by enhanced execution and revenue growth.

England Test captain Ben Stokes has successfully undergone surgery for a facial injury sustained during a nets session. The all-rounder shared images of his swollen face, humorously remarking on the cricket ball's condition. This procedure follows a challenging Ashes tour and comes as his captaincy is under review.

Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Asif lambasted past alliances with Washington, stating Islamabad was "used like toilet paper" after serving US interests in Afghanistan. He described terrorism as "blowback" from dictators' past mistakes, lamenting Pakistan's failure to learn from history and its shifting allegiances for short-term gains. The remarks followed a deadly mosque bombing.

Delhi Police's Special Cell has issued a notice to Penguin Random House India regarding former Army chief General M M Naravane's memoir, 'Four Stars of Destiny'. The publisher clarified the book is not yet published, a stance endorsed by Naravane, amidst a political row over its citation by Rahul Gandhi.

Actor Rajpal Yadav finds himself in hot water, facing jail time over a check bounce case involving a staggering Rs 9 crore, tied to a failed venture in direction. Ironically, an old video featuring Nawazuddin Siddiqui extolling Yadav's philanthropic spirit toward aspiring artists has made a comeback. Read on to know more.

The BCCI and BCB both erred in the Mustafizur Rahman IPL release dispute. BCB's "safety concern" pretext for avoiding India, fueled by social media, allowed PCB to create unnecessary drama. ICC chairman Jay Shah prioritised cricket, ensuring the tournament proceeded despite Bangladesh's absence, highlighting the distinct economic value of India-Pakistan matches.

The Indian rupee opened weaker against the US dollar on Wednesday, trading at 90.62 due to global geopolitical tensions and import demand. Despite a slight dip in the dollar index, rising oil prices are expected to pressure the rupee further. Meanwhile, Indian stock markets showed a positive start, with the Sensex and Nifty gaining points.

India's bowlers are intensifying their training to adapt to sluggish tournament pitches, particularly in Colombo. The team is also adjusting batting strategies, moving away from an all-out aggressive approach to incorporate more technique. This shift comes as they prepare for challenging conditions and a crucial match against Pakistan at the T20 World Cup.

A Swift Desire car and a trailer collided head-on on Tuesday night near Kailai on National Highway-21 in the Sikandra police station area of Dausa district. All six people in the car died in the accident. Chaos ensued at the scene. Four injured people were brought to Sikandra Hospital, and four were declared dead. One died at Dausa District Hospital, and one seriously injured died during treatment in Jaipur.

Mumbai Indians have denied Royal Challengers Bengaluru permission to use DY Patil Stadium for IPL 2026, citing catchment area restrictions that require an NOC from MI. With Navi Mumbai ruled out, RCB are exploring Raipur and Indore while KSCA continues to push for a return to Chinnaswamy.

In a heartbreaking incident in Faridabad, a taxi driver named Jai Singh lost his life after heroically stepping in to defend a young girl from harassment. His bravery in confronting a group of aggressors in a park led to a tragic retaliation, culminating in a fatal attack.

Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan has vowed to play attacking cricket against India. The arch-rivals will face off in Colombo on February 15. Farhan's confidence stems from his player-of-the-match performance against the USA. Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha highlighted the team's balanced batting approach. The team aims to improve its powerplay bowling before the big match.